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Masque Ekoi, a wooden Ngoro-style ceremonial mask from Nigeria, dating to 2000–2010, measuring 71 cm high, 62 cm wide and 16 cm deep, in good condition and sold without a stand, provenance: old European collection.

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Janus-shaped helmet mask, showing two busts topped with fierce-looking faces, very different from each other. The mask is made of wood covered with animal hide, with a rattan base allowing attachment to the top of the dancer's head. Beautiful shiny dark brown patina. Africa, Nigeria, Ekoi ethnicity. Height: 40 cm. Very good condition. Provenance: former European collection.

Janus-shaped helmet mask, showing two busts topped with fierce-looking faces, very different from each other. The mask is made of wood covered with animal hide, with a rattan base allowing attachment to the top of the dancer's head. Beautiful shiny dark brown patina. Africa, Nigeria, Ekoi ethnicity. Height: 40 cm. Very good condition. Provenance: former European collection.

Details

Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Masque Ekoi
Height
71 cm
Width
62 cm
Depth
16 cm
FranceVerified
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Objects sold
94.74%
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